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Evidence-based circumcision policy for Australia.

Brian J Morris¹, Athos Katelaris², Norman J Blumenthal³

¹School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia.

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|August 29, 2022

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Early male circumcision (MC) offers significant lifetime health benefits, preventing numerous infections and conditions. Increasing MC rates in Australia could avert thousands of adverse medical events annually.

Keywords:

circumcision male complications cost benefit inflammatory conditions penile cancer policy prostate cancer risk benefit sexual function sexually transmitted infections urinary tract infection

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Medical research
Public health
Pediatrics

Background:

Male circumcision (MC) is a procedure with ongoing debate regarding its health implications.
Previous reviews may not reflect the most current scientific literature and Australian context.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review the male circumcision literature.
To quantify adverse medical conditions preventable by early MC in Australia.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature search of PubMed and bibliographies.
Inclusion criteria applied to 278 publications.
Risk-benefit analysis and epidemiological modeling for Australia.

Main Results:

Early MC prevents urinary tract infections, STIs, cancers, and other foreskin-related conditions.
Benefits of MC outweigh risks by approximately 200:1.
Increased MC rates in Australia could prevent 77,000 adverse events per birth cohort.
MC does not negatively impact sexual function, sensitivity, or pleasure.

Conclusions:

Early MC is a desirable public health measure with substantial benefits.
Informed parental decision-making, supported by unbiased information, is crucial.
Ensuring skilled practitioners and local anesthesia maximizes safety and benefits.